Custodian

Are you looking for a part-time job in a friendly, positive work environment? Consider joining the Barrington Area Library team to serve customers in our community.

About You:

• You care about ensuring a clean and safe environment for customers and staff.

• You are dependable and reliable!

• You enjoy working in a team atmosphere which promotes positive working relationships.

Responsibilities:

• Perform custodial tasks through the building and grounds.

• Monitor the Library during work hours to assess safety, cleanliness and supplies.

• Set up, take down, and clean furniture and rooms for meetings and events.

• Respond promptly and resolve urgent cleaning tasks and service requests.

• Safely operate building machinery, equipment, and tools.

• Ability to work independently on day-to-day operations with general direction from the supervisor.

• Perform snow removal.  Perform grounds cleaning in all weather conditions.

• Complete custodial and maintenance tasks and projects as assigned.

Pay & Benefits:

This is an hourly (non-exempt) position. The starting pay range is $18.63 - $19.00 per hour (depending on qualifications). Skills, experience and internal equity will determine any offer made.  Benefits for this position include:

• Paid vacation time, personal days, sick leave, holiday pay and bereavement leave

• Participation in IMRF (Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund) - retirement, disability, and life

• Six week paid parental leave

• Tuition reimbursement program

Scheduling:

This is a part-time, hourly position. Scheduling is 20-24 hours per week (generally 5 hour shifts) with variable schedule of daytime, evening and weekend shifts.  Flexibility in scheduling is needed to support our team and customers, but we can consider requests for scheduling adjustments. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

• Some custodial work experience preferred.

• Customer service skills that are effective with all levels of staff and with the public.

• Familiarity with MS Office.

Physical Requirements

• Lift and move furniture and supplies. Occasionally push, pull or lift up to 150 pounds.

• Dexterity for janitorial and maintenance tasks including using custodial equipment and manual and power tools.

• Occasionally lift equipment or containers up to 75 lbs.

• Climb ladders and stairs.

• Shovel snow and use snow removal equipment and supplies.

• Able to tolerate exposure to nontoxic fumes, airborne particles, outdoor allergens, and cleaning solutions.

About Us:

Our renovated, 21st century Library is a busy, friendly place that supports lifelong, active learning, and an appreciation for creativity and innovation. Customers of all ages and interests visit our Library, expecting to find excellent and informed service, and spaces designed for private work and group collaboration.

The Barrington Area Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please visit our website at https://balibrary.org/job-opportunities to complete the job application and send your application to [email protected] .

Application Contact

Julie Ary

[email protected]

Apply To

Barrington Area Library 505 N. Northwest Highway Barrington, IL 60010